{"id":258,"date":"2023-11-20T22:43:54","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T22:43:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neworleansscv2.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=258"},"modified":"2025-11-22T14:42:54","modified_gmt":"2025-11-22T14:42:54","slug":"meet-the-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/tmjsleep\/meet-the-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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    Dentist, TMJ and Sleep Specialist<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    A Personal Message from Dr. Delaune<\/strong><\/p>

    In my more than 30 years as a dentist, I’ve discovered profound fulfillment in positively impacting the lives of those who place their trust in me. I value the opportunities my patients give me and, in return, strive to be a gracious, compassionate, and joyful provider for them.<\/p>

    My approach to patient care is rooted in the principles of honesty, empathy, and integrity; and I always try to effectively communicate value, respect, and a commitment to excellence in my relationships with them.<\/p>

    Your interest in both me and the services we provide is genuinely appreciated. I extend a personal invitation for you to reach out and give us a call. Let us embark together on a journey toward optimal health, where your well-being is at the forefront of our care.<\/p>

    Warm regards,
    Dr. Delaune<\/p>

    About Dr. Delaune<\/strong><\/p>

    Dr. Delaune has over 30 years of clinical experience in dental full mouth reconstructions and TMJ therapy. He is a qualified dentist and active member of the American Academy of Denal Sleep Medicine.\u00a0 He received his advanced TMJ training from The Dawson Academy in St. Petersburg, Fl. He is also a Fellow in the American College of Dentists and a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry. He has been voted a Top Dentist in New Orleans Magazine 15 consecutive years. Dr. Delaune earned his dental degree at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, where he graduated fifth in his class. Upon graduation he continued his training at the VA Medical Center of New Orleans, where he completed a general practice residency and gained advanced training in all areas of dentistry.<\/p>

    Dr. Delaune has always been committed to providing his patients with the very best dentistry has to offer, evidenced by his dedication to continue his dental education. He is constantly increasing his knowledge and improving his techniques, so that his patients can benefit from the latest advances in dentistry. With the emergence of Dental Sleep Medicine for the treatment of Sleep Apnea Dr. Delaune now offers snoring and sleep apnea solutions for his patients. He lives in Metairie with his wife, Teresa and their dog, Buddy. They have 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Gina has 22 years of clinical hygiene experience ranging from pediatrics to treating advanced forms of periodontal disease. She has a special interest in the link between oral health and overall systemic health and keeps abreast of the latest advances in this field to help her patients achieve optimal health.<\/p>

      She loves building friendships with her patients and says, \u201cI never tire of hearing children, grandchildren, and destination stories. I am always intrigued with the individual uniqueness each patient brings.\u201d<\/p>

      Gina is married with two children, four grandchildren, and a dog which all keep her busy outside of dentistry.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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        Anh is a Native of New Orleans and graduated from LSU Shreveport. She has 13 years of experience in dentistry including pediatrics, general dentistry, and orthodontics.<\/p>

        As our Patient Care Coordinator, Anh says, \u201cMy favorite aspect of my job is seeing our patients leave with beautiful, confident smiles that they absolutely love.\u201d<\/p>

        During her free time, Anh enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, reading, and spending time with family, friends, and her pup, Chloe.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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          Eliani is originally from Honduras and has been living in New Orleans for 34 years. She has over 25 years of dental assisting experience.<\/p>

          Eliani is very skilled at making sure her patients feel comfortable while assisting Dr. Delaune and says, \u201cI enjoy helping patients get the smile they have always wanted.\u201d She also loves being able to translate for our Spanish-speaking patients.<\/p>

          While not assisting Dr. Delaune, Eliani enjoys working out at the gym, riding her bike with friends, and meeting up with her family on weekends.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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            Originally from West Virginia, Teresa has been an integral part of Dr. Delaune\u2019s team for 31 years and has earned the title of jack-of-all-trades around the office. She has an accounting degree from Southeastern Louisiana University and is officially our Business Administrator, making sure our great team has all they need to provide excellent service to our patients. Teresa says she loves communicating with patients on a personal level when they come in for their dental visits.<\/p>

            Outside of the office, Teresa is a devoted wife, mother of three, and \u201cMamere\u201d to her grandchildren. She is also an avid investor and enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends and her golden retriever \u201cBuddy\u201d.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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